Senior Electrical Engineer

Vibehackers; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Wellness program support

401(k) with company match

PE licensure and certification exam支持

Job summary

SSOE is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical systems design for complex semiconductor and high-tech facilities in Austin. You will deliver power distribution, grounding, lighting, and mission-critical systems, while mentoring junior engineers and coordinating across disciplines to meet scope, schedule, and quality targets.

You will apply code knowledge, manage client expectations, and drive BIM-based collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliant, efficient

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial, manufacturing, or semiconductor facility design.
• PE license required, or active pursuit with a clear path to licensure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design.
• Familiarity with NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA codes and standards.
• Field verification experience to resolve design-to-field discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of power distribution, lighting, and grounding for semiconductor/high-tech facilities.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and arc flash studies using preferred tools.
• Develop electrical construction documents (one-lines, panel schedules, conduits).
• Ensure NEC/IBC/IFC/NFPA compliance; act as technical reference for code interpretation.
• Coordinate with mechanical/process/structural teams via BIM and cross-functional reviews.
• Evaluate energy efficiency and operational performance; propose optimizations.
• Support field verification, RFIs, submittals, and site visits; resolve issues.
• Lead design reviews, QA checks, and prepare calculations/submittals.
• Serve as primary technical contact for clients and liaise with contractors.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to reusable design standards.

Skills

Technical leadership

Power systems design

Mentoring

Project coordination

Client communication

Construction support

Troubleshooting

Code compliance

BIM coordination

Quality assurance

Engineering calculations

Energy efficiency

Cross-discipline collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

ABET-accredited BSEE

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

EasyPower

ETAP

SKM PowerTools

Job description

Explicitly mentions vibe-coding platforms and LLM access; the role expects using AI tools and training to boost productivity and workflows.

About the Role

Senior Electrical Engineer leading electrical systems design for semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities, responsible for power distribution, grounding, lighting, and mission-critical systems. The role combines technical leadership, project coordination, client interface, and mentorship to ensure code-compliant, efficient electrical designs through the project lifecycle.

Job Description

Role

SSOE is hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer in its Advanced Technology division to lead electrical systems design for complex semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing facilities. The role focuses on delivering power distribution, grounding, lighting, and mission-critical electrical systems, providing technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating across disciplines to meet project scope, schedule, and quality targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design of power distribution systems, lighting layouts, and grounding systems for semiconductor and high-tech facilities.
• Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, and arc flash studies using EasyPower, ETAP, or SKM PowerTools.
• Develop electrical construction documents, including one-line diagrams, panel schedules, conduit routing plans, and equipment specifications.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA and other applicable codes; serve as the technical reference for code interpretation.
• Coordinate electrical systems integration with mechanical, process, and structural disciplines through BIM modeling and cross-functional reviews.
• Evaluate designs for energy efficiency and operational performance; recommend optimization strategies.
• Apply field verification and troubleshooting to resolve design-to-field discrepancies and support construction (RFIs, submittals, site visits).
• Lead design reviews, quality assurance checks, and prepare engineering calculations and technical submittals.
• Serve as a primary technical contact for clients and collaborate with contractors during construction.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; contribute to knowledge sharing and reusable design standards.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive electrical engineering experience in industrial, manufacturing, or semiconductor facility design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or active pursuit with a clear path to licensure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design.
• Familiarity with NEC, IBC, IFC, NFPA codes and standards.
• Field verification experience and ability to resolve design-to-field discrepancies.
• Strong communication skills for presenting technical content and managing client expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with EasyPower, ETAP, or SKM PowerTools for power system analysis and arc flash studies.
• Prior experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, or advanced high-tech facility design.
• Demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience.
• Additional certifications such as LEED AP or CEM are a plus.
• SSOE provides responsible access to industry-leading Large Language Models and vibe-coding platforms, with training and support to integrate AI tools into workflows for productivity and workflow automation.
• Salary: $100,000 – $150,000 per year (commensurate with location, education, and experience).
• Incentives: Leadership bonus program and ownership investment opportunities.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance; wellness program support.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Professional Growth: Professional development funding, PE licensure and exam support, conference attendance, and career advancement programs.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Work-life balance: Flexible scheduling within project commitments and a culture that respects time outside the office.

Skills

Technical Leadership Power Systems Design Mentoring Project Coordination Client Communication Construction Support Troubleshooting Code Compliance BIM Coordination Quality Assurance Engineering Calculations Energy Efficiency Evaluation Cross-discipline Collaboration Presentation Skills

Experience Level

Senior

USD 100,000 - 150,000/year

Employment Type

Full-time

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Wellness program support
• 401(k) with company match
• PE licensure and certification exam support
• Structured career advancement programs
• Generous paid time off (PTO)